Ms. Melissa K (Tennessee)
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Birthday: February 1st
Hometown: Cape Coral, Florida
Other languages: Beginner ASL, rusty Spanish
Favorite Crayola color: Bleutiful
Background: I’ve always loved kids - even when I was one myself! I’ve been babysitting kids of all ages for more than 9 years. It began as soon as I turned 13 and was old enough to work in the church nursery. I cared for newborns and infants on Sunday mornings and Wednesday nights. In the summers that followed, I became involved with my church’s vacation Bible school. I’ve always been crafty, but there was a new-found joy sharing this part of myself with little ones. Through the church, I also had the opportunity to volunteer with Nathaniel's Hope - an organization dedicated to serving children with special needs and disabilities. In high school, my love for children extended when families from all walks of life entrusted me with their kids as both a babysitter and a tutor.
I came to Tallahassee for college and I loved it, but I missed being around the kids. When I found Seminole Sitters, a whole new world opened up to me as I had the privilege of babysitting and nannying for many different families over the course of 2 years. I became the primary babysitter of a handful of children and during my last 6 months in Tallahassee, I served as a nanny for a child with severe hemophilia. I learned a lot about keeping children safe and parents informed. During the fall of 2019, I also worked at Celebration Baptist Kinder School as a substitute teacher.
Now, I currently live in Nashville, Tennessee where I am pursuing my dreams of becoming an art teacher. I would love to meet you and care for your little ones if you’re in the area!
She’s cared for children as young as: Newborn
Future plans: I hope to use my creative gifts to inspire children through art.
When she’s not babysitting: I love to read, write, travel, and take photographs. If I’m not babysitting, I’m probably in my car or on a hiking trail, or exploring one of Tennessee’s many hidden treasures.
Defining quote: “Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.” - Benjamin Franklin
“My son developed a fantastic relationship with Melissa immediately, and she was very good with him.”
“I wonder if Melissa is available next Friday to hang out with [our daughter]. They hit it off so well last week and she’s super excited that she’s returning on Monday.”
“Melissa was amazing and one of the best we have had so thank you for her!”
“I just wanted to let you know that Melissa is amazing (my oldest son’s words). She was prompt, cordial, and was great with the boys (including our puppy). Can we check her availability first anytime our usual sitter isn’t available? Thanks!!! :)”
“I just wanted to say how awesome Melissa was. She was so prepared, and even brought crafts for the children. She really seemed to have a great way with the kids. ”
“Just wanted to let you know that Melissa was fantastic!! We had a stressful night heading out quickly and to a work dinner and she not only helped me arrange work gift bags, but also cleaned up after dinner and checked our kids’ homework. That is such a HUGE blessing for a frenzied parent during the week. I hope we have her again soon!”